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$372+ Cheap flights from Lexington to Wilmington (LEX - ILM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — ILM
ene. 15 — ene. 221
jue. 1/15
jue. 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Wilmington

Best flights from Lexington to Wilmington
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Lexington to Wilmington that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated diciembre 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 1/156:00 amLEX - ILM
1 stop3h 57mDelta
jue. 1/226:00 amILM - LEX
1 stop3h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/16$372
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 1/1510:30 amLEX - ILM
2 stops13h 27mUnited Airlines
jue. 1/226:00 amILM - LEX
2 stops10h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$478
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 1/295:32 pmLEX - ILM
2 stops30h 25mUnited Airlines
sáb. 1/316:00 amILM - LEX
2 stops11h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$503

Find flight deals from Lexington to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) to Wilmington (ILM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated diciembre 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$503
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$308
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From Lexington Blue Grass to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($1 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lexington to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Lexington

Fly to

Wilmington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

jue. 1/15

6:00 am-9:57 am

1 stop3h 57m

Wilmington New Hanover County

jue. 1/22

6:00 am-9:42 am

1 stop3h 42m

$372

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

jue. 1/15

10:30 am-11:57 pm

2 stops13h 27m

Wilmington New Hanover County

jue. 1/22

6:00 am-4:48 pm

2 stops10h 48m

$478

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

jue. 1/29

5:32 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Wilmington New Hanover County

sáb. 1/31

6:00 am-5:04 pm

2 stops11h 04m

$503

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Deals found on 12/16

Compare providers for flights from Lexington to Wilmington

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lexington to Wilmington in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lexington-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Lexington-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lexington-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lexington-Wilmington flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Lexington-Wilmington flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Lexington to Wilmington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lexington to Wilmington

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lexington to Wilmington?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Wilmington (average of $58). Flying from Lexington to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $269). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LEX to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington to Wilmington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Lexington to Wilmington at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Wilmington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wilmington. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Wilmington. Reviews last updated diciembre 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from Lexington to Wilmington have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lexington to Wilmington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Lexington to Wilmington?

    For as low as $372, Delta can have you in Wilmington from Lexington in 3h 57m. The distance from Lexington to Wilmington is about 455 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lexington to Wilmington round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lexington to Wilmington round-trip from $228. Users have found that American Airlines is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Wilmington that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lexington to Wilmington flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lexington to Wilmington?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lexington to Wilmington.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lexington to Wilmington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lexington to Wilmington by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lexington to Wilmington?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Wilmington (average of $58). Flying from Lexington to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $269). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Lexington to Wilmington

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lexington to Wilmington. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated diciembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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